figo
/ˈfi.ɡo/
The English word 'cool' is translated into Italian as figo.
figo is an Italian slang term used to mean 'cool' or 'awesome' when describing something impressive or trendy.
Meaning: having a slightly low temperature (adj)
Which one should you use?
While figo is used for trendy or impressive things, if you are referring to a cool temperature or a cool breeze, you should use fresco instead.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
figo is primarily used as slang and is considered informal.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies. Use figa for feminine nouns and fighi for masculine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ˈfi.ɡo/. It has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not use figo to describe a cool temperature. Use it only to describe something that is trendy or impressive.
Did you know?
- While figo is a popular way to say 'cool', the word figa is also a common slang term for female genitalia. Using the feminine form to describe a person or an object can result in unintended vulgarity or sexual connotations.
- If you want to say something is 'really cool' using figo, Italians often use the intensifier troppo, which literally means 'too much'.
- The word figo is essentially a slang derivative of the same root as the vulgar term for female anatomy. This linguistic connection is why it is strictly informal and carries a slightly edgy tone.
Examples in context
- Ciò è così figo!This is so cool!This sentence demonstrates how to express that something is very cool using figo.Tatoeba #2695009 by Guybrush88, translation #2694026 by Hybrid
- Io non sono figo.I'm not cool.This sentence shows a person saying they are not cool using figo.Tatoeba #2697955 by Guybrush88, translation #2697953 by CM
- Oh, è figo. Mi piace.Oh, it's cool. I like it.This sentence shows how to express liking something because it is cool using figo.Tatoeba #2960528 by Guybrush88, translation #2960513 by Hybrid
- La festa di ieri sera è stata davvero figa!Last night's party was really cool!
- Hai visto il nuovo videogioco? È stupendo!Have you seen the new video game? It's awesome!
- Milano è una città davvero tosta!Milan is a really cool city!
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Example conversation
Sofia and Francesco are talking about the temperature of a drink.
- SofiaQuesto succo è ancora figo.This juice is still cool.
- FrancescoSì, è molto rinfrescante.Yes, it is very refreshing.
- SofiaPreferisco quando è proprio figo.I prefer it when it is really cool.
- FrancescoAllora mettilo nel freezer.Then put it in the freezer.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry figo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
